Quote by Stephen Leacock

Men are able to trust one another, knowing the exact degree of dishonesty they are entitled to expect.

Men are able to trust one another, knowing the exact degree

Summary

This quote suggests that men are aware of the inherent dishonesty that exists in human interactions and are able to trust one another based on this understanding. It implies that people have a certain threshold for deception and can navigate relationships by gauging the level of dishonesty from others. The quote highlights the realistic expectations individuals have for trust and hints at the complex dynamics of human relationships where some degree of dishonesty may be acknowledged or accepted.

Topics

Deception/lying

By Stephen Leacock

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